Dr. Erik Escareño (they/them)

LCSW, DSW
Accepting Clients

Two-spirit, indigenous, Deaf, Disabled Therapist reindigenizing mental health practices by for and from, our community.

Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Rancho Cucamonga, CA

Free Initial Consultation
Book consultation

Free 15-minute call, no obligation.

About Our Clients

Are you exploring gender, identity, or relationships that don’t fit the mold? Feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or misunderstood? You are not alone. We work with LGBTQIA2S+, Indigenous, Deaf, Disabled, and non-traditional communities seeking care that actually sees them. No judgment. No explaining yourself. Just real, culturally grounded support that meets you where you are.

My Background and Approach

Having expertise in the field of mental, Dr. Escareño specializes on interventions for LGBTQIA2S+ and Deaf folx, HIV advocacy, BDSM advocacy/education, and non-profit program development. This unique and diverse background fuels their passion and advocacy for further research in the mental health and social work fields through a strong social justice lens. Dr. Escareño has skillsets already aimed at creating purposeful social change and positive disruption of injustice for underserved and under-recognized communities. As a grassroots social impact leader, they embrace strategy and collaboration as the impetus for designing meaningful change.

My Personal Beliefs and Interests

We are fiercely committed to: 1. facilitating and empowering our communities to embrace restorative healing. 2. Social Justice that challenges inadequate standards of mental health care. 3. innovative programs and services aimed at reimagining care by decolonizing and reindigenizing mental health practices. 4. embracing transparency, accountability, and restorative workforce strategies which affirm our commitment toward the wellbeing of both clients and staff. 5. being for, and from, the communities in which we serve: honoring your beliefs, customs, and values without judgment and ensuring cultural sustainability. 6. treating individuals as their most authentic selves. 7. eradicating systemic oppression in our workplace and communities. 8. Honoring and acknowledging the land on which we reside as stolen from indigenous communities.

Client Focus

Languages
English, Sign Language

Qualifications

License
LCSW, DSW, State of California · #108025
Supervision
Provides supervision to apprentice therapists · currently accepting supervisees
Years in practice
9 years
Insurance Plans Accepted
  • Out of Network
  • Contra Costa Health Plan (CCHP)
  • MediCal
  • Magellan Behavioral Health
  • Medicaid
  • Inland Empire Health Plan (IEHP)
  • Carelon Behavioral Health Plan
  • Partnership Health Plan
  • Out of Network
  • Aetna
I offer online counseling in the following states:

Hours & Availability

New clients welcome
Currently accepting new clients
In-person & Telehealth
Both available

Location

Primary Location

9431 Haven Ave
Ste 100
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
(877) 841-2034

Access & Transport

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance (ADA compliant)
  • Gender-neutral bathrooms
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At A Glance

  • Experience: 9 years of practice
  • Languages: English, Sign Language
  • Rate: $200 - 250/session

Info

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9431 Haven Ave
Ste 100
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
4435 E. Chandler Blvd.
Suite 200
Phoenix, AZ 85048

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